70 MILE WEEK - Chicago Marathon Training

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[@dominictafoya-johnson5526]

i appreciate the raw unfiltered footage of all you’re pushing through. that last workout seemed incredibly tough. you’re an inspiration floberg and i can’t wait to see you break 2:42

[@flobergruns]

Thanks so much for the support!!

[@hyundaiisthebest]

So inspiring how you balance being a dad, run a business and smash 70 mile weeks. You're killing it!

[@brianalbrecht7209]

I refuse to watch future episodes until the stache is back!

[@flobergruns]

Okay I'll think about it

[@topherjaynes]

Where do I sign the petition?!

[@nathanjohnson9061]

Don’t usually comment but this is the best running channel on KZbin. You have the best cinematography while showcasing relatable running content. I wish you all the best in getting 2:42, I’ll be watching every video!

[@yellowtuesday]

agreed!

[@flobergruns]

Means so much. Thank you!!

[@allheartrc]

eric, almost all coaches/marathoners agree that the long run at continuous mp is simply a chance to practice race day actions like fueling, hydrating, breathing, and striding through a sustained effort at race day pace. you did that. you figured out that the timing of breakfast is important and possibly that solid food (with lots of fiber) may have a lot of carbs but could cause GI issues. the collection of all of your medium long and long runs will be the biggest positive influence on your performance on race day, not the 4 MP runs in the pfitz schedule. please remember that. and please remember how hard you've been working towards your 2:4X. i am stoked to see how things play out in chicago. i know you're going to crush it. i know it in my heart! -MK

[@flobergruns]

You're such an awesome person, MK. Thanks for the constant encouragement - I'm sure it's frustrating watching me always make stupid decisions hahaha - I'm so ready to give it everything I have in Chicago though! I will absolutely remember how hard I've been working for this goal & take what you said here to heart. Thank you!!

[@poupe]

Appreciate the metric conversions!

[@teddymckinney4425]

I look forward to these uploads every week. The path is the obstacle Floberg. You're going to crush 2:42. Remember your why.

[@flobergruns]

So appreciate this comment. Thanks so much, Teddy!!

[@AndMattWill]

Really inspiring to see how you push through the harder weeks and keep yourself accountable! Lots of motivation from this series.

[@samdking]

Love this, some of your best work (both running and video production). You got this.

[@MarcusGoldman593]

Wow, incredible. You just gained a new subscriber. There are few athlete creators willing to document the entire process (both the good, bad and the ugly). I appreciate the openness and authenticity of your videos, and wish you the best on race day. Much love.

[@MichaelBoekestyn]

Big fan of these vids, a very enjoyable watch while simultaneously being relatable. As a Canadian, as much as I try to math it up, whenever you add the KM equivalents in there I get pumped up.

[@notacaufield102]

Best video you’ve done. I appreciate the vulnerability in your thoughts. So many times I’ve been hard on myself like you during long runs. Please keep it up

[@yevinn-]

Loved this video. Running isn't always amazing. Thanks for putting a real running video out

[@CruelSpirit]

Found your channel recently and really enjoy your videos. As someone who runs in the city and near north suburbs it's great to see some familiar places that I frequent. Thanks for all the great insight and motivation.

[@dylanweinand-flannery3778]

Dude, so inspiring. Absolutely love your channel. Hope to see you on race day!

[@matthewnelson-rogalski1777]

Love seeing Chicagoland fly by in the background! So glad to have found this channel! Keep crushing!

[@jesusespinosa1339]

Dude thanks for showing this. That 18 miles with 14 at MP were really tough for me too. It was a real hit to my confidence. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who suffered through this workout. Taper weeks are right around the corner for Chicago!

[@user-bw2wu3ie4h]

Increíble mental strength 💪🏼!!! Well done Eric. You inspire me to continue running through any obstacles. 🧘

[@jordancolefitness]

These are awesome man. Very well edited & motivating!

[@NOYESUSA]

Thank you for sharing. I was looking up "run vlogs" to see how they're filmed and you had me at Chicago. Keep crushing it.

[@martinmaginnis7017]

Best video, yet. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@micheleroccheggianialonso9038]

Thanks for the touch of providing the times in min/km! Greatly appreciated for us metric system folks.

[@banaan54321]

this video is so cool. i follow you for a while and i like the videos you make. the style the music and the edits are giving me goosebumps man wow!

[@flobergruns]

Thanks so much!!

[@Thor-js9vh]

True motivation! Love the honesty. Stay true man!

[@samanthaestefanio2443]

Really really needed this video. Just completed 16 miles training for Chicago. Usually mileage I know I'm capable of, but honestly felt defeated at the end but accomplished none the less for sticking to it. 2:42 is going to happen for you!

[@PiercingArrowz]

Appreciate the episode and effort! Life's a process, keep processing!

[@m.ch4rmaland3r10]

Great dialogue, music and clip, mate. The edit and production is high quality. Plus great work on the run!

[@josiahnorman7640]

Video production just keeps getting better. Hard not to be invested in the running when watching is enjoyable. Keep it up 🤟

[@flobergruns]

ahh thank you so much!!

[@davidstella6418]

I feel so many of the moments in this episode. Especially as I'm in the last week of my training block before the taper. Logging 70-72 miles this week so the timing of watching this episode is bliss! Thanks so much for putting it together last Sept.

[@Jerraleon]

It's such raw motivating footage, love it man! Gained a dedicated sub here!

[@kyle_massa]

this midwest mini heat wave has been no joke, props for getting through those MP miles 😮 these late summer workouts are going to pay off majorly this fall!

[@scamer95]

By my far my favorite running channel / vlog! Great content always

[@flobergruns]

Means so much! Thank you for the support!!

[@jordans1712]

This is a clinic on how to succeed at marathon training. Great details into plan, great execution, and those nerves during a run (everyone gets at some point)

[@rubenespinoza2015]

Great video! Thanks for showing all prep work you do before your long runs.

[@flobergruns]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Bryan_Gutierrez]

Dope vids man, recently found your channel. Makes me want to start!

[@Itscoltonmartin]

Keep it up! Inspiring me to keep it going

[@CyrusHannah]

Love to see it!

[@wellslange6749]

Great job man

[@mariaceciliaalmada9186]

Awesome video

[@seberl722]

Love the content 👏 - From a father of 2, coffee geek, 1st time Chicago marathoner in a month! 😉

[@brookballer5067]

The production quality is just so top notch man.. it never ceases to amaze me. Even the GoPro B-roll is pleasing

[@flobergruns]

Thanks so much!!

[@hagosmesgoun7195]

Very powerful and inspiring at the same time my friend ! To think that I would be attempting to do these types of workout in my running journeys myself was out the question a couple years ago now that I did my first sub3 - oh yeah 6:37 pace is coming near you Boston and Chicago will I guess we can all dream sometime and some of us threw ur work . Thank you think you !!!

[@bubkabubka]

So awesome to see your passion rubbing off on your boy. It's great running together w family!!!

[@flobergruns]

I can only assume this is an MK burner account hahaha - thank you. It is so special to see happen :)

[@lukenikodem2040]

Intro was awesome! Can't wait to run the streets of Chicago with you!

[@runningwithaj]

Man that looked tough! You'll take mental strength from the last long run. Coming into the last 10k, remember that you pushed through that one!

[@yellowtuesday]

love the style

[@running_realestate]

The runner's negotiation to get a mile you missed for whatever reason back later in the week... I felt in my core. This depicts what a high mileage week really looks like. Talking to other runners, they will loosely mention "50-60 mile weeks" or "60-70 mile weeks". Shouting out a number does not tell the story of the daily sacrifice. Nicely done!

[@lus921]

This looked tough! Hope you have some recovery booked in soon

[@teetertotter5787]

How did you like the Endorphin Pro 3s? Also another vote of thanks for converting to km. The pre-longrun food vs poop struggle is so real.

[@PRVNCHR]

Full-on motivation station right here 👏🏻!

[@flobergruns]

🔥🔥🔥

[@nefitru]

Dope video! Last month of training for my first marathon is going rough, this really helps

[@flobergruns]

Amazing!! Hope you have an incredible race!!

[@MichaelKing-yk1fb]

Hey bro love the channel! And the realistic life style of a runner with a family! I was wondering if you have the link for the book that you mentioned in this video? Thank you and keep doing your thing! Congrats on the BPN sponsorship as well! 💪🏾

[@alext337]

Feathers with the grahams, love it ❤

[@Ligerpride]

The Endorphin Pro 3, what a great shoe. You're doing great sir.

[@meganchabot]

Training for my first marathon ever! Doing NYC! Thanks for the inspo 💪🏻

[@flobergruns]

Best of luck!!

[@andrewopenside3224]

Love it! Running can be hard. Being a Dad can be hard. "Our kids rarely do as we say but will invariably do as we do". Great job, mate, on both fronts!

[@Lalo_Runs]

I needed to hear (read) this, thanks mate

[@flobergruns]

This comment means more than you know. Thank you!

[@GODAIM-ANDY]

Cool video.

[@elmaverick214]

Love your videos ! Where have I been !?!??!

[@clementten4605]

YOure a huge inspiration man. Onwards!

[@flobergruns]

Means a whole lot. Thank you! Onwards!!

[@andorkish]

Great video. We need the coffee gear setup!

[@kristiansogaard3530]

Another great video! If the gels are giving you stomach issues, you could try Glukos gels - they're marketed towards those who experience GI problems w/ regular gels

[@oscarraya1046]

Watched this amd thought “damn 18 mile long is crazy” and realized I also have an 18 miler this weekend. Thank you for the content and motivation!

[@joellindqvist9383]

Thanks for converting to km for us in Sweden 😃

[@JoseFlores-hk1xd]

Some days I feel like my body is too tired and bloated but I end up setting a new PR. Other days I feel amazing and over extend myself and end up tweaking some muscle. There is always some form of guilt with both situations either at the beginning or at the end. Running is such a weird and finicky thing. But I love it and I hope I can run until the very end.

[@spencergambrell7819]

The walk break is an interesting choice. I feel like I’d call the workout at that point usually or try to jog a while and then pick it back up

[@coreyjoyner1372]

Yeah the 14mi MP workout a doozey lol. Rooting for you in Chi next month. Hope to meet you out there! The work almost done 💪🏾

[@rave112]

6:24 I love the Cuervo Margarita cameo lol

[@ZachElkins]

10:35. Gold!

[@LeaMedhurst]

Hey man, I am coming from Brisbane to run Chicago and I am on exactly the same plan as you , and my long run at Marathon pace went exactly the same as yours, I couldn't hold the pace but you know what, fresh legs are fast legs, trust the process

[@flobergruns]

Heck yes!! Taper, cooler weather, & big crowds are gonna do wonders.

[@snerko]

Just found your content and love this video. What’s the marathon book you show briefly? Do you recommend it?

[@tahlantshakaza5629]

Just to add my 2cents, I used to run a bleep test which was a requirement for national referees. When I saw you eat the bagels and banana I noticed the time and wondered how you would keep that down. We used to do a coffee and medium banana 1hour before bleep test. And I see Nick Bare does Coffee and waits to hit the toilet before heading out the door. I used to do half coffee because I was nervous for the Bleep test and most of the time was the last man standing. I think a nutritionist recommends 3 hours for meal and 1 hour for snack but obviously it varies for everyone. Love your channel, I actually get nervous watching you. :)

[@rhondaojongmboh5789]

just casually throwing in your son running a 7:20/mile, meanwhile he looks no more than 7 years old. I aspire to be that parent one day.

[@lilaznpark]

hey really loving your videos! Can I ask why you're taking the magnesium supplement? Is it for sleep or cramping primarily?

[@EDWARDKILE]

Great job with the workouts but you have a lot to learn about consuming whole grains, also known as complex carbohydrates, and dietary fibre can greatly benefit your body. Avoiding white bread and sugar is recommended for improved performance.

[@sciencethebear]

Fellow big head person here. Can you drop an affiliate link for the specific watch band holder you bought on Amazon for the back strap on your Ciele hat? I want to make sure I get one that fits my hats. Also you're an inspiration. Keep up the good work.

[@laurenmillyx]

Would love a video solely dedicated nutrition!

[@danieljones8658]

tbh I'm shocked you get so nervous for normal workouts. I've found my best running is when I 'care' or am the least bit worried about what I do. But to each their own and its something thats so hard to control.

[@blackadar]

That ending is epic.

[@flobergruns]

🙏🙏🙏

[@TheMcCalebCrew]

what is the name of the all white Ciele hat that they sent? keep up the great work.

[@erens-basement]

Love your videos!! Reminds me of old Casey Neistat running vlogs

[@flobergruns]

Well, that means a whole lot. :) Thank you!!

[@niko104a]

Unbelievable video but I need to ask the important question. Bandit or rabbit half tights?

[@saulmartinez7179]

love the channel! following you on Strava as well and trying to keep up with your runs... what camera are you using to film yourself on your runs here on this 70 mile week video?

[@flobergruns]

Thanks for the support!! When I'm running, I'm using the GoPro Hero 10 & then when you see my arm extended out, that's just my iPhone 13 Pro on the wide angle lens.

[@nealdieker]

So many dad vibes in this. I could feel the "go to bed. go to bed. go to bed." lol

[@Lalo_Runs]

Letssgoooo!

[@flobergruns]

🔥🤘

[@LiamUmad]

here for the coffee set up, pourover gang lets go

[@xenocide2210]

I just came back from the forest trail run :) nice to see someone else sweat as well 😅

[@jeffreynoyes801]

14 miles consecutively at MP is quite a tall task. Feel like it would’ve been more manageable mentally and physically to break it into 3 x 4 miles with ~5 minutes rest in between or something. At any rate, you’re really gutting it out and I hope this translates to a good race for you.

[@flobergruns]

No doubt. That's what I usually do for this type of workout, but I wanted to see if I could handle it the way the book recommended, but there were a lot of variables at play. Still very happy with that workout. :) Hoping for the same! Feeling very strong mentally right now.

[@drizzo2x137]

Do you prefuel with electrolytes in water before your runs or just post run refuel?

[@davedelchamps]

Please tell me you pre-wet that chemex filter.... I did that 18mi with 14@ MP last Sunday too. Went ok except I had to 💩under a bridge and then a bee flew down my throat. Good luck on your build!

[@flobergruns]

lol - I did hahaha - oh my goodness..WHAT hahaha mine doesn't seem so bad now hahahah

[@junepark1003]

I always feel like I'm watching a movie when I watch your vids.

[@flobergruns]

Means a lot. Thank you!

[@OttoVogrincic]

I remember stopping by that Dunkin and smelling a Honey Maid scent in the bathroom 😂

[@flobergruns]

BAHAHAHAHA

[@andresgomez-bo7tf]

Mna please tell me what do you use for filming ????

[@MrElectricSkittles]

Recovery runs shouldn't be more than 40 mins.. after 40 mins the body switches to burning muscle

[@lukenikodem2040]

Also, pretty funny how i've also dropped a few donut holes at dunkin before on a run too LOL

[@afiqghafor8166]

i also hitting nausea and puke so hard to continue back when i start pick up pace during longrun..do you know how to adjust

[@A_SEGA_Dremcast]

That outro text treatment; a Bebop afficianado, I wonder.

[@CovatronMX]

Whats the name of the book you mention with marathon pace workouts? Great video 🙌

[@flobergruns]

Advanced Marathoning - Third Edition 🤘

[@joewolfffitness2893]

I am new to training for races. I ran the Disney World dopey challenge in January with no training. I am registered for the Chicago Marathon in October. Any suggestions as to program that should be following.

[@jameschaves5723]

Eric, this is why it’s called training. Turn the negative thoughts into learning lessons. Next time eat the bagel earlier. It’s a good thing that happened

[@spencergambrell7819]

It’s light at 5:30 in the morning in Chicago???